Christopher Weedon
Toronto,On
Summary
Extremely motivated, trained paramedic seeking a position with Toronto Paramedic Services. Dedicated to provide accurate and efficient care in a fast-paced emergency environment while attending to patients with a sense of responsibility and empathy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DZ DRIVER
IATSE 873
01.2019 - Current
- Valid DZ and F Licence
- Operation of DZ vehicle on public roadways
- Responsible for transportation of television and film production equipment.
INITIAL ATTACK CREW MEMBER
GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA FORESTRY DIVISION, WILDFIRE BRANCH
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Specifically utilized to contain and extinguish fires
- Worked in remote areas, preserving Alberta's natural resources
- Worked extended hours as required.
- Worked with teammates and accepted coaching from management team
PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC PRECEPTORSHIP
BRITISH COLUMBIA AMBULANCE SERVICE
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Acquired hands-on experience on car, assessing, treating and stabilizing patients
- Worked with paramedic teams and other emergency services to respond to emergency calls; Adapted to high-pressure situations while adhering to BC Ambulance protocols;
ADVANCED FIREFIGHTER
WORKING ON FIRE (FORESTRY CORPORATION - AUSTRALIA)
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Initial Attack and mop up; fire prevention, fire detection, fire suppression
- Manage fire risk; mitigate and manage the start & spread of fire; Mentor junior firefighters.
Education
Primary Care Paramedic Program -
Oxford College
04.2024
PCP Program - British Columbia -
Columbia Paramedic Academy
08.2022
Pre-Service Firefighter Program -
Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario09.2016
Bachelor of Arts (BA) -
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Ontario06.2015
St. Augustine Catholic High School
Unionville, Ontario05.2010
Skills
- Competitive Hockey - 10 Years; Intramural Hockey with Durham College (2016)
- Weight Training, interval running, long distance running
Certification
- Certified Primary Care Paramedic - British Columbia (Passed COPR exam and Practical Exam)
- Precepted with BC Ambulance (2022)
- IV Start requirement - BC Ambulance (2022)
- Ontario DZ/F Licensed
- Licensed Emergency Medical Responder - British Columbia (2022)
- Defensive Driving Certificate - Canada Safely Council (2020)
- Emergency Medical Responder Certification (Durham College) 2016
- CRP/AED/SFA-HCP Certificate - Red Cross (2022)
- Standard First Aid & CPR-BLS/AED - EMT Canada (2023)
- Human Trafficking for Healthcare Professionals (Online) 2023
- Death Notification "We Regret to Inform You" Certificate 2023
- Firefighter Level 1 - NFPA 1001 (Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal)
- Firefighter Level 2 - NFPA 1001 (Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal)
- Hazardous Material Awareness - NFPA 472 (Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal)
- Hazardous Materials Operations - NFPA 472 (Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal)
- Confirmed Space Rescue Training Certificate (Acute Environmental & Safety Services)
- ACE Firefighter Environment Stress Worship Certificate
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness Certificate (Ontario)
- WHMIS 2015 Certification
- Working at Heights - Workers Health & Safety Centre
Volunteer Experience
- Burlington Half Marathon Chile Run - Oxford College/St. Johns' Ambulance (2023)
- Neighbours Helping Neighbours (Delivering Food to Seniors during Covid) (May 2020)
- Toronto CIBC Waterfront Marathon - General Volunteer (2019)
- Brave TO 5K Race for Emergency Services Charity
- Oshawa Fire "Fit Challenge" Championship Event Volunteer
- Run for the Cure" Durham Region Volunteer
- Shoppers Drug Mart - 5k Fun - Traffic Control with Markham Police Department
- Shoppers Drug Mart - Run for Woman (June 2017)
- Feed the Need" - Durham Region Volunteer
- Annual Oshawa Fire Department Boot Drive Volunteer
- PAN AM Games (Usher and Booth Co-ordinator)
- Head co-ordinator at the Unionville Festival Booth Committee
- Markham Food Bank (Dec 2019)
- Assistant Coach for the Unionville Minor Baseball Association (2007)
- Assistant Coach - Spartacus SC Recreational House League Soccer
- Assistant Coach - Unionville Minor Hockey Association (Mite and Mini Mites)
Timeline
PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC PRECEPTORSHIP
BRITISH COLUMBIA AMBULANCE SERVICE
01.2022 - 05.2022
INITIAL ATTACK CREW MEMBER
GOVERNMENT OF ALBERTA FORESTRY DIVISION, WILDFIRE BRANCH
05.2020 - 09.2022
DZ DRIVER
IATSE 873
01.2019 - Current
ADVANCED FIREFIGHTER
WORKING ON FIRE (FORESTRY CORPORATION - AUSTRALIA)
01.2017 - 01.2019
Primary Care Paramedic Program -
Oxford College
PCP Program - British Columbia -
Columbia Paramedic Academy
Pre-Service Firefighter Program -
Durham College
Bachelor of Arts (BA) -
Wilfrid Laurier University
St. Augustine Catholic High School
- Certified Primary Care Paramedic - British Columbia (Passed COPR exam and Practical Exam)
- Precepted with BC Ambulance (2022)
- IV Start requirement - BC Ambulance (2022)
- Ontario DZ/F Licensed
- Licensed Emergency Medical Responder - British Columbia (2022)
- Defensive Driving Certificate - Canada Safely Council (2020)
- Emergency Medical Responder Certification (Durham College) 2016
- CRP/AED/SFA-HCP Certificate - Red Cross (2022)
- Standard First Aid & CPR-BLS/AED - EMT Canada (2023)
- Human Trafficking for Healthcare Professionals (Online) 2023
- Death Notification "We Regret to Inform You" Certificate 2023
- Firefighter Level 1 - NFPA 1001 (Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal)
- Firefighter Level 2 - NFPA 1001 (Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal)
- Hazardous Material Awareness - NFPA 472 (Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal)
- Hazardous Materials Operations - NFPA 472 (Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal)
- Confirmed Space Rescue Training Certificate (Acute Environmental & Safety Services)
- ACE Firefighter Environment Stress Worship Certificate
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness Certificate (Ontario)
- WHMIS 2015 Certification
- Working at Heights - Workers Health & Safety Centre
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